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Pharmacology Matters

Pharmacology Matters is the Society's free digital magazine, with articles written by our members in which they share their opinions and perspectives on matters related to pharmacology (see what we did there?). Articles are selected, commissioned and edited by the Pharmacology Matters Editorial Board, which is made up of BPS members.

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1. What inspired you to study pharmacology at university? 

I’ve always loved biology and laboratory science, which led me to study lab science in…

‘She emphasised that although she is physically disabled, her mind is still intelligent, and that often people are not genuinely interested in the…

 Interviewed by Dr Aisah Aubdool 
 

1. What inspired you to pursue a career in industry? 

I wanted to gain an understanding of how new therapies are…

It has become a recurring joke amongst regular attendees at Society meetings that whenever I show up, you are going to hear about something to do with…

For decades, animal models have played a crucial role in biomedical research and drug development. From understanding disease mechanisms to evaluating…

Introduction: A Leap Forward in Antibiotic Research

Antibiotic resistance is one of the greatest threats to modern medicine. Once-powerful drugs are…

After three years as the Society’s Communications Manager, I’m leaving the BPS. During this time, I’ve proudly taken on the role of Managing Editor of…

Catriona Waitt is a Professor of Clinical Pharmacology and Global Health at the University of Liverpool. In 2015, with a Wellcome Clinical Research…

We are pleased to share the results of the first Pharmacomedy competition, which ran from December 2024-January 2025. 

The Drug Discovery and Team Science Doctoral Training Programme (DTP) at the University of Nottingham explore how team science enhances the…

In the fight against spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), few treatments have reshaped the landscape like Zolgensma (onasemnogene abeparvovec). Priced at a…

Running a clinical research team is a complex progress, but seeing the team come to life must be an amazing experience. In this edition of Meet The…


School of Pharmacy, Bloomsbury Square at the time I studied there (1952-55)

My introduction to pharmacology was, in the 1950s, as a student at the…

Animal testing has long been a cornerstone of scientific research, offering valuable insights into biology, disease, and treatment development.…

Alice Augusta Ball, an African-American chemist [Figure 1], made a groundbreaking contribution to the treatment of leprosy (Hansen’s disease) during…

The Glasgow Pharmacological Society (GPS) has had a busy year hosting some fascinating and inspiring lectures! The GPS is led by students and staff…

Inflammation, a natural immune response to harmful stimuli, is associated with various diseases such as cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular…

For nearly two decades, I’ve been an active, full member of the British Pharmacology Society (BPS) and regularly attend the BPS annual meeting. As a…

Member organisations and learned societies exist to support the work of their members, to provide services and opportunities, and to nurture…

Effective communication goes beyond the scientific intricacies of pharmacology; it involves understanding your audience, weaving a compelling…

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